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1 Groat - Henry VIII 2nd coinage; Laker bust B ND
| Silver (.925) | 2.47 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry VIII (1509-1547) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1526-1544 |
| Value | 1 Groat (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 2.47 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#52676 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, saltire in each fork
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: POSVI DEV’ × A DIVTO E’ mEV’
Lettering (regular font): POSVI DEV’ × A DIVTO E’ MEV’
Translation: I have made God my helper
Comment
House of Tudor, Henry VIII (1509-47), Second coinage (1526-44), London mint.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groat - Henry VIII (2nd coinage; Laker bust B) ND (1526-1544) coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual shield or coat of arms, this coin bears an image of a crowned Tudor rose, which symbolizes the unity of the houses of York and Lancaster, brought together by Henry VIII's marriage to Elizabeth of York. This design was specifically chosen to emphasize Henry's claim to the throne and to promote a sense of unity and stability in the kingdom.
